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Community Constituency Craigavon Health Upper Bann

Trust Remembrance Service For Babies and Children

The Southern Trust is hosting a special service of remembrance and thanksgiving for parents and families who have been bereaved through pregnancy loss or the death of a baby, child or young person in Craigavon Area Hospital or the wider community. The service will take place on Sunday 31 May at 3.00pm in Seagoe Parish […]

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Armagh Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Government Newry and Armagh Politics Stormont

Hospitality Businesses Deserve a Level Playing Field Across The Island – Boylan

Sinn Féin MLA Cathal Boylan has called on the British government to bring the north’s VAT rate for hospitality businesses into line with the 26 counties. The south will soon enjoy a 9% rate, while businesses in the north are burdened with a 20% rate. The Newry and Armagh MLA said:  “Our hospitality businesses play […]

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Business Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Developers and Property Owners Invited to Apply for £3 Million Office Development Grant Scheme to Drive Newry City Centre Regeneration

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is delighted to announce the reopening of its £3 million Office Development Grant Scheme. Part of the Belfast Region City Deal programme of investment, the scheme aims to stimulate private sector investment in high-quality Grade A office developments and support Newry City Centre’s ongoing programme of regeneration. Funded by […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Council launches Planning Validation Checklist

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has launched a new Planning Validation Checklist help improve the quality of planning applications and support a more efficient application process across the district.   Developed following consultation with the public and interested parties, the Validation Checklist sets out the level and type of information and supporting documents required […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

Kimmins Hails GAA’s Sense of Community Following Armagh Victory

Sinn Féin MLA Liz Kimmins has congratulated Armagh GAA following yesterday’s victory over Monaghan in the Ulster Championship Final. The Newry and Armagh MLA said: “Armagh gave us another memorable day yesterday as they overcame Monaghan to clinch the Ulster title for the first time since 2008. “I want to congratulate Kieran, the players and […]

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Business Campaigns Community Constituency Cost of Living Council Government Lifestyle Newry Newry and Armagh NMD Council

Newry Mourne and Down Job Fair Returns for 2026 with Opportunities for all Job Seekers

Job seekers from across the district are invited to attend the upcoming Newry, Mourne and Down Job Fair, taking place on Wednesday 3 June at the Canal Court Hotel, Newry. The event offers a valuable opportunity for anyone exploring employment, training or career progression options. Hosted by Newry, Mourne and Down Labour Market Partnership, in […]

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Community Constituency Legacy Newry and Armagh South Armagh

Several Hundred Attend Raymond McCreesh Annual Commemoration In Camlough

Several hundred people attended this morning’s annual commemoration in memory of IRA Volunteer Raymond McCreesh, who died on hunger strike 45 years ago. The Camlough man died on 21 May 1981 after 61 days on hunger strike. Among those attending the 45th anniversary commemoration were members of the McCreesh family, comrades, friends and neighbours of […]

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Community Constituency South Down Warrenpoint

Rostrevor: Body Removed From Water In Shore Road Area

Police attended a report of a body in the water in the Shore Road area of Rostrevor which was received at approximately 8.45am today, Sunday 17th May. A post mortem will take place in due course, however at this time, the death is not being treated as suspicious. ENDS

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Community Council Crime Government Louth Louth County Council

Louth County Council Highlights Scrambler Bike and E‑Scooter Ban

Louth County Council, supported by An Garda Síochána, held an awareness event at Aisling Park, Dundalk, recently to highlight the government’s announcement of new regulations banning the use of scrambler bikes and e‑scooters in all public places. The event provided an opportunity to highlight the changes to the law and reinforce key public safety messages. […]

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Community Constituency Council Government Infrastructure Newry and Armagh NMD Council South Armagh Stormont

Fords Cross Road Safety Meeting “Positive and Worthwhile Engagement”

Commenting after meeting with representatives from Silverbridge GAA Club to discuss the ongoing safety concerns at Fords  Cross, Sinn Féin Councillor Áine Quinn said that urgent attention was required to address the issue. The local Councillor who was accompanied at the meeting by her colleague Aoife Finnegan MLA said, “It was great to meet with […]

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Armagh Community Constituency Government Newry Newry and Armagh South Armagh Sport Stormont

Kimmins Calls For Safe Travel to Ulster Senior Football Championship

Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins is urging all spectators travelling to and from the Ulster Senior Football Championship final in Clones to take care on the roads and have a safe journey. Speaking ahead of the game between Armagh and Monaghan, Minister Kimmins said: “I am delighted to be attending this showpiece occasion. “It will come […]

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Community Constituency Newry Newry and Armagh Sport

Carnbane League Results – 16/05/26

CARNBANE LEAGUE RESULTS FOR THE PERIOD TUES 12 – SAT 16 MAY 2026 TUES 12 MAY 2026 – FR.DAVIESCUP ROUND 1 – KICK-OFF 7.00 PM Cleary Celtic 2 v 3 Newry Celtic at Olympic Park THURS 14 MAY 2026 – SEAN HAVERN CUP FINAL– KICK-OFF 7.00 PM Mayobridge 2 v 0 Church Street at Jennings Park No.1 SAT 16 MAY 2026 – FR.DAVIESCUP SEMI-FINALS […]